Exercise Physiologist - Outpatient Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab

Piedmont Healthcare; Jasper (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital in Jasper, Georgia is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to support our Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab program. The role combines direct patient care with precise charting and collaborative care with nurses and respiratory therapists.

Responsibilities include initial assessments, designing individualized plans, and adjusting prescriptions based on GXT results and patient responses. Strong emphasis on safety and accurate vital sign monitoring is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Human Performance, Adult Health & Fitness or related field is required.
• Master's degree in Exercise Science/Physiology with cardiac health concentration preferred.
• BLS - Basic Life Support certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Documents care by charting procedures.
• Performs initial assessment and orientation of new participants.
• Assists in development of individualized treatment plans with staff.
• Applies exercise science to cardiac and pulmonary populations and co-morbidities.
• Develops/adjusts exercise prescriptions per GXT, patient response, and physician guidance.
• Monitors exercise sessions for safe responses.
• Measures EKG, oximetry, heart rate and blood pressure.
• Refers participants to staff/Medical Director as needed.

Skills

EKG

Oximetry

Vital signs

Patient assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science/related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Exercise Physiologist - Outpatient Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab

Overview:

When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch - especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.

Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities:

Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab Exercise Physiologist

We are seeking a dedicated Exercise Physiologist to continue the growth of our Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Care team at Piedmont Mountainside.

In addition to hands-on patient care, Exercise Physiologists are required to accurately and completely document care by following the charting procedure.

• Participates in the program's educational efforts, classes, and/or individual sessions
• Conducts initial assessment and orientation of new participants
• Assists in the development of individualized treatment plans with other staff members
• Effectively applies knowledge of exercise science to a population with cardiac and pulmonary disease and other potential co-morbidities
• Develops and adjusts individual exercise prescription in accordance with GXT, daily patient response in rehab, and physician recommendations on a regular basis (with assistance of Nurses and Respiratory Therapists)
• Supervises exercise session, monitoring participants for inappropriate responses to exercise
• Responsible for EKG, oximetry, heart rate, and blood pressure measurement
• Assesses participants pre, during, and post exercise, making appropriate referrals, and/or recommendations to the participant, other staff, and Medical Director

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Human Performance, Adult Health & Fitness, or related field Required
• Master's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Human Performance, Adult Health & Fitness with concentration in cardiac health Preferred

Work Experience

• No experience required Required

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital

Position Information

Location

Jasper, Georgia

Posted

10/27/2026

Type

Clinical Support

Schedule

Full-Time

Job ID

30557